Helping Kids Through Entertainment

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Angelique Barthel, Variety the Children's Charity of Illinois

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Feb 14, 2020

Variety of Illinois helps to improve the quality of life for children with disabilities by providing the equipment and experiences needed to reach their highest potential.

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